Purchasing / Procurement Agent

 

 Now Hiring: Purchasing / Procurement Agent

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Compensation: $60k

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for monitoring inventory levels and purchasing new items to replenish stock. Create relationships with multiple vendors to get the highest quality items for the lowest cost.

 

What’s in it for you?

• Paid Time off
• Paid Holidays

Primary Responsibilities: 

Monitor inventory levelsEnsure correct inventory levels are reflected in the systemCreate purchase orders for vendorsShop for the best available products at the lowest costNegotiate new contracts with new and existing vendorsCoordinate with Warehouse receiver on incoming deliveriesInspect new product for quality assuranceManage relationships with new and existing vendors and suppliersEnsures warehouse goals are metMaintains a high level of health and safety standardsPerforms other general warehouse duties as needed

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree preferredAbility to Read, Analyze, and Interpret Documents such as Safety Rules, Operating Instructions, Procedures and Common Technical Manuals, and Purchase OrdersPrevious Experience Working in a Warehouse PreferredKeen Attention to DetailPositive Attitude; Self-Motivated; Active; Safety ConsciousAbility to Work on Multiple Tasks in a Fast Paced, Busy EnvironmentGreat Communication SkillsAbility to Work Well on a Team but Be Self-Motivated and Independent at TimesHigh Levels of Organization

Overview

Redefining distribution, American Food Service Depot is a family owned distribution center established in 1992 supplying a variety of different clientele with the most sustainable, versatile, and affordable products on the market! AFSD distributes a wide variety of Food Service Equipment, Small Wares, Packaging, Janitorial Supplies, and Non Food Grocery Items, backed by loyal vendors.

$60000 Annual Salary